Advanced Nutrition
Weight-for-age is a key growth indicator that compares a child's weight to a standardized reference for their age. It helps assess whether a child is growing properly, gaining enough weight, or is at risk of undernutrition or overnutrition. Monitoring weight-for-age is essential for understanding a child's nutritional status and overall health during critical growth periods in infancy and childhood.
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